HS Code for Clove powder

Clove powder is classified under HS code 0907.20. This code is located in Chapter 09, which covers coffee, tea, maté, and spices. Heading 0907 is dedicated specifically to cloves, including the whole fruit, cloves, and stems. The heading is divided into two subheadings: 0907.10 for whole cloves and 0907.20 for cloves that have been crushed or ground. Clove powder, being the result of grinding the dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, falls directly into the latter category. The classification process follows GRI 1, where the description of the goods matches the terms of the subheading. It is important to note that the powder must consist of pure cloves without the addition of other substances. If the clove powder is mixed with other spices, the classification might change to 2103.90 (mixed seasonings) depending on the proportions and the intended use, but pure ground cloves remain strictly within 0907.20. This classification is used globally to track the trade of ground spices and apply relevant agricultural tariffs.

Products Included

• Ground clove spice
• Crushed clove stems
• Pure clove powder
• Milled cloves for culinary use
• Dehydrated ground cloves

Common Misclassification

Clove powder is often confused with whole cloves, which are classified under 0907.10. The distinction is purely physical (whole vs. ground). Another common misclassification is 3301.29, which covers clove essential oils; however, the powder is a spice, not an extracted oil. Additionally, if the powder is part of a curry or spice mix, it should be classified under 0910.91 or 2103.90 rather than 0907.20.

FAQ

What is the HS code for clove powder?

The HS code for crushed or ground cloves, commonly known as clove powder, is 0907.20.

What is the difference between 0907.10 and 0907.20?

HS code 0907.10 is used for whole cloves (fruit, stems, and buds), while 0907.20 is specifically for cloves that have been processed by crushing or grinding into a powder.